1. Cromwell states that which element of life is often "condemned to stay whimpering at the back door" (159)?
(a) Reason.
(b) Truth.
(c) Religion.
(d) Mystery.

2. What is the name of Cromwell's son?
(a) Henry.
(b) Gregory.
(c) William.
(d) Mark.

3. When the novel Bring Up the Bodies begins, what season is just coming to an end?
(a) Spring.
(b) Summer.
(c) Winter.
(d) Autumn.

4. Cromwell hears about Anne's miscarriage soon after he hears of the death of which character?
(a) More.
(b) John Seymour.
(c) Katherine.
(d) George Boleyn.

5. In what country is Gardiner staying when he finds out about Katherine's imminent death?
(a) Belgium.
(b) England.
(c) France.
(d) Spain.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Rafe thinks about Henry's dual nature, he considers which late character's comment that dealing with Henry is "like sporting with a tamed lion" (208)?

2. Who is Katherine's first choice when she begs Cromwell to ask Henry if she may see a particular visitor?

3. What sort of presents does Cromwell receive in Part One, Chapter 3: Angels?

4. For what reason does Cromwell go to see Katherine in Chapter 2: Crows?

5. Which of the five senses does Mantel use to depict Austin Friars "in the autumn of 1535" (72)?

(see the answer key)

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